NIR AQUATICS ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
3 days ago
Wilmington
Job DescriptionDescription: POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Associate Aquatics Director at the Nir Family YMCA intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined while also managing high-quality, member-focused aquatics programs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information., 2. Recruits, hires, trains, develops, and manages diverse staff and volunteer teams across multiple dimensions of diversity. Onboards and develops them for success, and motivates them to achieve goals. Reviews and evaluates staff performance., 3. Conducts lifeguarding, swim instruction, First Aid and CPR trainings. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete., 4. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility., 5. Manages the program, including developing and monitoring the program budget to meet fiscal objectives; compiling program statistic to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in program; securing and scheduling the pool facilities; and creating and scheduling the classes, practices and meets., 6. Responds to all member, staff, and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day. We welcome all: we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We nurture: we support you on your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. BENEFITS: We believe meaningful work deserves meaningful perks! As a full-time exempt team member, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemental insurance options, paid training, generous PTO, and an HSA match. You'll also receive a complimentary nationwide YMCA family membership, exclusive discounts on YMCA programs like swim lessons and camps, and access to our YMCA Retirement Plan—so you can grow, thrive, and plan for your future while making a difference every day. LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: • Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community., • Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause., • Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence., • Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment., • Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience, • YMCA Team Leader certification preferred, • One or two years related experience preferred (ex. As an Aquatics Coordinator or Supervisor), • Within 30 days of hire, completion of Child Abuse Prevention, CPR, First Aid, and Deep-Water Lifeguarding, • Preferred certifications in Lifeguard Instructing (LGI), and Certified Pool Operator (CPO), • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment., • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds., • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust., • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate., • Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities., • Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Emergency Response – Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures. Incident Management – Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors. Safe Environment – Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants. Physical Readiness – Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities. Compliance – Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources. JOB TITLE: Nir Aquatics Associate Director LOCATION: Nir Family YMCA POSITION TYPE: Full-Time FLSA: Non-Exempt PAY RATE: $15.88 - $23.82 / Hour REVISION DATE: 1-5-2026 Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.